30 December 2011

Awarding winning MediaCorp artiste Rebecca Lim graced SK-II Live the Life You Love Charity auction at Metro Paragon on Boxing Day. The radiant Rebecca also shared with the host, Evelyn Tan and the audience her thoughts on the water crisis in Asia and SK-II’s Clear for Life Project in helping women in need connect to a source of clean drinking water.

For SK-II’s Live the Life You Love charity auction, Rebecca have chosen local designer Keith Png’s Koops burgundy dress which she wore when she received the ATV Award and an limited edition Alexander McQueen X Puma Sneakers.

The Koops dress holds immense importance to Rebecca as it signifies the celebration of the re-birth in her life and career. She hopes to share her happy moments with the winning bidder, inspiring them to greater

endeavours.

Rebecca has chosen the Alexander McQueen X Puma Sneakers as it represents the ‘Re-birth’ of a new path and future ahead. She hope it will inspire its wearer to a rewarding journey onward and help to brighten his or her life ahead.

Rebecca with the happy SK-II customer who successfully bidded for the Alexander McQueen X Puma Sneakers.

In partnership with World Vision Singapore, 80% of all proceeds raised from SK-II’s Live the Life You Love charity auction at selected retailers in December will go towards raising awareness of the water crisis in Asia among school children in Singapore while the balance of the proceeds will be channelled towards supporting children and communities in Asia in need of safe drinking water.

H&M Fall Winter SALE for Ladies, Men's and Kids is now on at Orchard Building. Seasonal markdown are found across all 3 levels from Ladies Apparel, shoes and accessories to Divided, Men's and Kids collection. Prices start from $10 for a top to $99.90 for a winter coat (Up to 50%) for Women's Collection.

H&M Singapore Store is located at Orchard Building, 1 Grange Road, near Sommerset MRT, The Mandarin Orchard Hotel and Cineleisure. Operation hours are from 10am to 10pm daily. H&M Global SALE have started including H&M USA and H&M Europe. Check out H&M FaceBook for more updates.

29 December 2011

International denim label Wrangler, one of the three biggest renowned classic American jeans brands with a century of denim heritage has opened its Singapore Flagship Store at ION Orchard, B2-50. The Premium Wrangler Blue Bell Denims alongside with Color Weft Denim Evolution, 3D-Cut Denims, Laser All-Over Print Denim, Water Repellent and Fully Reversible jeans complements the trendy apparel and accessories for both men and women.

The 635 sq ft flagship store is designed with a unique “Edge System”. with denim as the heart and soul of re-engineered, redefined Wrangler and incorporating a denim shrine, jeans wall and an alluring neon logo.

Its strong steel and hard wood influences also strongly portray the adrenalin-filled ruggedness that the brand exudes with Wrangler® Europe providing quality and innovative products using high quality denim, with special attention paid on developing softer fabrics, augmented with high quality rivets, zips, washes, yarn and dying.

Wrangler Color Weft Denim Evolution includes a special inside-facing and surface evolution whereby the color weft evolves from indigo to red, displaying the inside weft color through the rolled-up hem styling, offering different variations washes of blues for men and women.

The specially imported Allover Laser Denim from Europe allows you to laser your own jeans with a specially created bullet pen, or enjoy featured laser printed folk patterns, American maps or USA flag .

3D Innovations, the latest from Wrangler®, include 3D Cut denims, details and graphics to create ergonomic jeans fits on super stretch fabric, maximum comfort and flexibility with special cuts to make your legs look slimmer.

Wrangler® Singapore is also one of the first few stores in the region to house the premium Blue Bell line. Historically known as the “cowboy cut”, this traditional yet contemporary range is exclusively available to Men only, keeping the custom of denims and past fashion collaborations include Hong Kong label, IZZUE.

Wrangler Women Collection start from $49 for t-shirt to $319 knitwear, Wrangler® Mens Collection range from $39 for t-shirt to $319 knitwear and Blue Bell Collection Men Collection from $239 for a shirt to $599 for jeans.

Wrangler Singapore flagship store with signature Mens Blue Bell Jeans, 3D-cut denims, Laser-all-over print denims and Colour weft Evolution as part of its Fall Winter 2011 2012 Collection as well as apparel and accessories for both men and women is located at ION Orchard Unit B2-50.

28 December 2011

Australian Swimwear Seafolly Singapore flagship store at Wisma Atria stocks figure flattering selection of Spring Summer 2012 Collection for Ladies and Kids. This Season, three new products – SeaFolly Sunscreen Lotion, Pool Wash and Beach Wash designed to protect your skin and swimsuits from the harsh effects of the sun, pool and beach are launched.

Seafolly Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 - SGD$32.00 (150ml) A dry-touch non sticky formulation with broad spectrum high protection sunscreen to protect your skin from the burning effects of the sun and help prevent premature skin aging with the infused with mandarin essential oil and moisturisers. Seafolly Pool Wash and Beach Wash - S$19.00 each (125ml) The Seafolly Pool Wash and Beach Wash scented with special fragrant mix of frangipani and island spice helps to preserve the longevity of your new swimsuit.

Environmentally friendly and biodegradable, each bottle lasts about 25+ washes! Available in Seafolly Pool Wash to neutralise residual chlorine and its odour and Seafolly Beach Wash to remove sand, dirt, salt and oils.

Seafolly - Australian Number one swimwear brand and one of the most recognized swimwear and beach lifestyle brands world-wide is located at Wisma Atria #02-16-17 , Singapore. Tel 6733 3995. Visit Seafolly Australia FaceBook for more updates.

Old Hong Kong Essence Restaurant is accessible via lift at Novena Specialist Centre, 2 right turns and you will be greeted with lush greenery and relaxing view, just by the link bridge to the open concept casual dinning restaurant.

At the media tasting session last week, BeauteRunway tried some of Old Hong Kong Essence signature dishes and Chef’s recommendations.

Upon arrival, we were served Old Hong Kong EssenceHome made rice wine.

For a refreshing drink, try Apple with Hawthorn Tea 山楂蘋果茶, light and soothing it is said to add digestion, detox and increase appetite and blood circulation.

FAIRTASTE Organic fair-trade tea founded in Hong Kong blended with Old Hong Kong Essence ingredients is also served here including Organic Green Tea with Ginseng, jasmine and earl grey with rose .

Appetiser

Chilled Kai Lan Served with Wasabi Sauce and Soya Sauce. A high fibre dish that helps to reduce body heat. Fresh and crunchy with very slight hints of wasabi.

You could taste the natural sweetness and goodness of the soup doubled boiled with chicken, pork thigh and mountain fig. Savour every spoonful to aid overall respiratory system. I like the lean pork thigh for added protein.

DIM SUM - A twist from the usual dim sum dishes.

Sea cucumber Carrot Pastry

Light and flaky crust with nutritious sea cucumber and turnip.

Fresh Water trout dumpling with mushroom, wrapped in spinach infused skin instead of the usual prawn and meat siu mai as a healthier alternative. Pretty tasty.

Pan Fried Meat and Vegetable Bun with Rhizome to enhance blood circulation. Good balance of ingredients but i prefer more pork and could be juicer.

Chinese Herbal Chicken with 10 types of herbs to boost immune system and reduce fatigue

Pure goodness slowly simmered to perfection in low heat, six hours to be exact. The herbal smell is rather strong but you will only taste the sweetness of the chicken, angelica, rhizome, milk yetch root, cinnamon and other herbs .

Warm comfort food at its best !

My favourite dish as it is super nourishing with healthy nutrients with rich flavoursome soup and you can actually eat the whole chicken as it has absorbed the flavours of the herbal ingredients. The meat is actually quite succulent and not tough.

A dish that i would highly recommend for the healthy benefits and values and the efforts taken to cook this dish is definitely time consuming, probable best to just visit Old Hong Kong Essence for the soup as its simply home cooked goodness with no MSG than to spend endless hours at home making the soup.

Made from fresh water fish meat, the white fish protein noodles are a healthy alternative to yellow noodles high in carbohydrates.

Paired with collagen rich Shark Bone soup, the tasty combination is said to help nourish your skin and i would say soul too for the chilly weather.

Poached Green Sprout with Conpoy in Soyabean Milk.

Using the season’s freshest green spout paired with soyabean milk as a broth and a sprinkling of dried scallops and wolf berries, the unique dish is high in protein and gentle on the stomach.

Another benefit is that is helps to sooths your lungs and nourish your respiratory system. Soul sister to Fish Noodles in Shark Bone Soup.

Pan-fried Salty Garoupa Fillet

A generous cut of Garoupa fillet paired with Old Hong Kong Essence secret fish soy sauce. Crispy on the side but a little over-done inside, a light drizzle of sauce mask the dryness. I paired this with Fish Noodles in Shark Bone Soup. Divine !

Five types of low fat and high fibre rich brown rice, white pearl rice, black glutinous rice, wheat rice, barley cooked with more than ten types of seasoning . The result ? Fragrant healthy rice . I am not a rice lover but this combination is really tasty.

Bird’s Nest, nothing less for silky soft skin. Love the pretty presentation of this desert, complete with dry ice.

"Dating at North/South Poles"

A unique bipolar dessert with a scoop of smooth icy cold coconut ice cream on a slice of green apple on one side and a cupful of steaming hot soft or nee (yam), who says you cant have the best of both Poles?

Enjoy Healthy sets meals that are prepared according to your needs and lifestyle. Take your pick from Old Hong Kong Essence 8 Set Menus (5 course, S$28+++) with interesting sets like Rejuvenating, Nourishing, Detoxing, Slimming, Beauty, Anti-aging, Blood circulation and Mood Enhancing with the carefully planned list of Soup, Beverage, Main Course, Meat, Vegetable and enjoy 50% off healthy desserts.

Old Hong Kong Essence Restaurant serving healthy nourishing herbal tonic soups, double-boiled healthy delicacies and home cooked favourites is located 8 Sinaran Drive #02-05, Oasia Hotel, Singapore, next to Novena Specialist Centre, the new retreat getaway for travellers. Eat your way to good health. For reservations or enquires, please ring 6659 6738 or check out OldHongKong Website and Facebook Page

24 December 2011

Inspired by the miracles of ‘Re-birth’ of skin and life that women around the world have experienced with Facial Treatment Essence – SK-II’s iconic product – SK-II today presents Live the Life You Love Campaign and charity auction at selected retailers in December. Rebecca Lim will be gracing the final auction at Metro Paragon on 26th December.

The on-going auction, features a total of 8 unique items by MediaCorp celebrities will be up for auction including unique items such as ‘A Special Collection Set’ containing a wine glass and a set of two photographs by SK-II’s newest brand ambassadors – Korean actor and director, Yoo Ji Tae, and internationally-renowned supermodel, Sheila Sim, respectively, to commemorate their ‘Re-birth’ journeys with SK-II.

Sheila Sim
“I hopes that her photographs capturing nature’s splendour, will serve as a source of inspiration for its owner. “These photographs are very special to me as they remind me of life’s simple and priceless beauty and inspire me to look forward to the endless opportunities present in life.”

Rebecca Lim
Koops Dress by Keith Png

Puma X Alexander McQueen Limited Edition Sneakers

MediaCorp Artiste and Ex-MTV VJ, Belinda Lee,

“This book is an apt representation of my ‘Re-births’ in life as it has helped me nurture and mould my identity over the years,” said Belinda. “I hope this book will be instrumental in helping its owner embrace the future ahead and ride on challenges for enhanced growth.”

The auction also features contributions by other well-known names, including popular MediaCorp artistes Kym Ng, Pan Ling Ling and Rebecca Lim, who hope to give the gift of ‘Re-birth’ that they have experienced with SK-II to other women – an apt gift this Christmas.

Pan Ling Ling – Anteprima Bag

In partnership with World Vision Singapore, 80% of all proceeds raised from SK-II’s Live the Life You Love charity auction will go towards raising awareness of the water crisis in Asia among school children in Singapore while the balance of the proceeds will be channelled towards supporting children and communities in Asia in need of safe drinking water.

Choice of appetizer, choice of dessert and cod main course $128 Additional $40 for the wine paired menu which includes 3 glasses of wine

The Halia Christmas Day Mega-Brunch Affair

The Christmas Day Mega-Brunch is a family affair with an extensive spread of over 40 items on the menu. Besides carving stations featuring turkey and lamb classics and “live” stations for pastas, Pink Peppercorn Crusted Yellow Fin Tuna with Salsa Verde, Rangers Valley Wagyu Round Roast with Wholegrain Mustard and Mushroom Jus and the Pumpkin Pie with Ginger Butter Scotch.

The Christmas Day Mega-Brunch is priced at $88++ per adult, $108++ per adult with and endless flow of wines and sparkling wines. Children aged 10 years and below will be charged at $38++.

I stocked up on 8 more bottles of Molton Brown Shower Gel UPS$49 now less 30% at $34.30 for 300ml each on Thursday. Super value ! Molton Brown candle S$150 less 30% – S$105

Molton Brown products are available always online at www.Moltonbrown.co.uk plus shipping. Molton Brown Sale in Singapore stores are currently located at Raffles Hotel Arcade 328 North Bridge Road Singapore 188719 and Ngee Ann City 391 Orchard Road#B1-51, Singapore, 238872, both store will close on 24th December.